Chopped Summer Camp 2026

Chopped"* is a popular cooking competition that tests chefs' creativity under pressure. The show features timed rounds for appetizers, entrées, and desserts.

Chefs must use a basket of mystery ingredients, often with unusual pairings, and have limited additional ingredients from a pantry.

Judges evaluate dishes on presentation, flavor, and innovation. One chef is "chopped" each round until the final winner, the "Chopped Champion," is awarded a cash prize.

In our version, Jr. Chefs work in teams alternate as judges and contestants on the “Chopping Block,” using a point system to find the best dish from secret ingredients!

Day 1- Learn how to basic competition skills.

Day 2- Learn flavor combinations

Day 3- Mock competition

Day 4- Appetiser and dessert competition

Day 5- Main course competition

The Menu is up to you!

Camp info-

Bring a water bottle, take home food container and any sun gear needed all clearly marked with your name. You will be given a tote bag to keep all of your daily supplies in. For organisation and space saving purposes all of your daily items must fit and be kept in this tote. The tote will be used all week long and is included in the price of the camp.

Please read all letters and flyers in this listing and be sure to cover “Code of Conduct” with your Jr. Chef prior to registration. Additional camp information will not be sent out. You will need to refer to this listing or email Chef Arlena for any questions.

Camp runs from 9am- 3pm. It is located at 88 West Street in Pittsboro. Before and after care is available. The add on is available on this listing and you will need to order as many mornings and/or afternoons as you need per day .